North Haven (SA)

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According to ABS population updates processed for the wider region and address registries verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of North Haven (SA) has a population of approximately 5,677 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 92 people (1.6%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented 5,585 people. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 5,669, calculated by Districts using the ABS ERP release from June 2025 alongside 40 validated new addresses added since the Census. Such population levels yield a density of 1,813 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical figure for national areas checked by Districts. Expansion in the resident count was mostly supported by arrivals from abroad, which accounted for roughly 47.0% of all population increases recently, though other contributors such as interstate relocations and natural expansion were positive as well.

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The local workforce displays a balanced mix of professional and trade-based roles, with strong representation in vital service sectors, an unemployment rate of just 4.0%, and estimated job growth of 6.5% over the past year, according to Districts aggregations. As of March 2026, there are 2,977 employed residents, and the unemployment rate is 0.1% higher than the Greater Adelaide benchmark of 3.8%, while participation in the labor force is slightly below the regional standard (61.6% relative to 66.6% in Greater Adelaide). Census responses indicated that a low 8.1% of employed locals worked from home, though this figure reflects the impact of Covid-19 health restrictions.

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Taxpayer data at the postcode level from the ATO for financial year 2023 indicates a median taxpayer income of $56,761 and an average income of $66,446. This sits slightly below the national standard, though it contrasts with Greater Adelaide's median of $54,808 and average of $66,852. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.17% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 are approximately $62,534 for the median and $73,204 for the average. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes are all relatively modest, placing between the 39th and 40th percentiles. Analysis shows the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income bracket contains 32.2% of the local population (1,827 individuals), which aligns closely with the regional share of . Housing expenses are manageable with of income retained, though disposable income levels place in the rd percentile and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the th decile.

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The dwelling mix at the last Census stood at 73.4% standalone houses and 26.6% other housing types like townhouses and apartments, compared to 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings across metropolitan Adelaide. Home ownership rates are high at 45.8%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (38.0%) or renting (16.2%). The typical monthly mortgage cost was $1,636, exceeding the Adelaide metro average of $1,562, while the typical weekly rent was $365 compared to the metro average of $320. On a national scale, local mortgage payments are notably lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are below the national median of $375.

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Families comprise the majority of households at 72.9%, which includes couples with children at 26.2%, couples without children at 36.2%, and single parent households at 9.9%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 27.1%, consisting of single-person households at 25.4% and group households at 1.6%. The typical household size of 2.3 individuals is slightly smaller than the Greater Adelaide median of 2.5.

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The local area registers a lower proportion of residents with tertiary qualifications, with university graduation rates at 16.2% compared to the national average of 30.4%. Among university qualifications, bachelor degrees are held by 11.3% of residents, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.9% and graduate diplomas at 2.0%. Vocational training and practical technical skills are common, with 41.1% of residents aged 15+ holding a non-university qualification, divided between advanced diplomas at 11.9% and certificate level credentials at 29.2%.

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Public transit networks include 25 active transport stops in the area, offering a combination of train services and bus routes. These stops accommodate 9 distinct routes that run 362 weekly passenger trips. Access to transit is favorable, with the typical home situated 213 meters from the nearest stop. The neighborhood is mostly residential, meaning most working residents commute to other areas, with private vehicles being the primary choice at 90%, and trains used by 5%. Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.5 cars per household. A small cohort of 8.1% of workers worked from home, based on 2021 Census data collected during pandemic conditions.

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Health indicators are positive overall, with Districts evaluations of mortality statistics and medical conditions showing results consistent with national trends, normal rates of common illnesses across age groups, and private health coverage levels slightly ahead of the typical SA2 area at approximately 53% of the population (~3,023 people).

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Cultural diversity measures lower than average, with 79.4% of residents born in Australia, 93.1% holding citizenship, and 92.4% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 49.8% of the local population, compared to 42.4% across Greater Adelaide.

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The median age of residents is 51 years, which is higher than the Greater Adelaide median of 39 and the national median of 38. The 65 - 74 age group is particularly large at 17.6% of the population, compared to a national average of 9.4%, while the 25 - 34 age bracket is smaller at 9.3% than the regional average. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 cohort has grown from 6.7% to 8.5% of the population, while the 55 to 64 group declined from 18.7% to 16.9%. By 2041, demographic shifts will see the 75 to 84 cohort expand by ( people), growing from to . Residents aged and over represent of the projected growth, whereas the to age group is expected to experience no growth (meaning no new residents in this cohort).

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North Haven currently has an estimated 227 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 165 children aged 0-2 and 110 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 2% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 3% by 2041 (to approximately 234 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 430. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 9.6 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally.